Easter No Bake Jello Pie (Print version)
Luscious strawberry pie with Jello layer and graham crust, perfect for spring gatherings.
# What you'll need:
→ Crust
01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
03 - 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Strawberry Jello Layer
04 - 1 (3 oz) box strawberry-flavored Jello
05 - 2/3 cup boiling water
06 - 1/2 cup cold water
07 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
→ Creamy Filling
08 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
09 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
10 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
11 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
→ Topping
12 - 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
13 - Extra fresh strawberries, sliced, for garnish
14 - Pastel sprinkles or Easter candies (optional)
# Method:
01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix until evenly moistened and mixture holds together when pressed. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even layer. Chill in refrigerator while preparing filling.
02 - Dissolve strawberry Jello completely in boiling water, stirring for at least 2 minutes. Stir in cold water until incorporated. Allow mixture to cool to room temperature, approximately 15-20 minutes, taking care not to let it begin setting.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese in a large bowl until completely smooth and no lumps remain. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
04 - Stir diced fresh strawberries into the cooled Jello mixture. Pour the Jello-strawberry mixture into the creamy filling. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined, maintaining light and airy texture. Do not overmix.
05 - Pour filling mixture into the chilled graham cracker crust. Smooth top evenly with spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until completely set and firm to the touch. For best results, chill overnight.
06 - Remove pie from refrigerator just before serving. Spread or pipe whipped cream over top of pie. Garnish with fresh sliced strawberries and optional pastel sprinkles or Easter candies. Slice into 8 wedges and serve chilled.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- The contrast between the bright wobbly Jello layer and silky cream filling is absolute magic
- Its the make ahead dessert that saves your holiday sanity without sacrificing the wow factor
02 -
- Let that Jello cool completely before mixing or youll end up with melted cream cheese sadness
- The chilling time is non negotiable no matter how much everyone begs for a taste
03 -
- Press the crust extra firmly up the sides to prevent crumbling when you slice
- Fold everything gently overmixing knocks the air out and makes the filling dense